The Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, 2012, is a comprehensive law in India designed to protect children from sexual abuse, harassment, and exploitation. It provides for stringent punishments for offenders and mandates the establishment of Special Courts for the trial of such offences to ensure child-friendly procedures. Key constitutional provisions under the POCSO Act include the right to a fair trial, the right to protection against exploitation, and the right to be treated with dignity and respect, in line with Articles 14 (Equality before the law), 15 (Prohibition of discrimination), 21 (Protection of life and personal liberty), and 39 (Directive Principles of State Policy) of the Indian Constitution. For detailed guidance on the legal aspects and implementation of the POCSO Act, Invicta Career Consultancy can offer expert advice and support tailored to your needs.

There are 4 constitutional provisions of POCSO Act. They are-

• Right to privacy under Article 21

• Right to equality under Article 14

• Right against discrimination under Article 15

• Right against exploitation under articles 23, 24